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In the depths of the Weave Cloud Dynasty palace, in the study, Emperor Yun Fuyi sat alone at the desk, playing with an exquisite jade pendant in his hand, with a hint of worry in his expression. Since Hua Xiu left the study that day, he had sensed her abnormal behavior, the intentional or unintentional distance, filling his heart with confusion and concern.
Yun Fuyi had extraordinary handsome features, with deep and stern eyes, usually carrying a hint of authority. However, at this moment, his expression seemed unusually complex, as if contemplating an important decision.
He gently set down the jade pendant in his hand, got up and walked to the window, pushing it open to let a breeze in, bringing a hint of coolness. In the imperial garden outside, flowers were in full bloom, colorful and splendid, but in his heart, it was shrouded in a layer of gloom that was hard to dispel.
In the dimly lit study of the palace, the flickering candlelight cast deep shadows on Yun Fuyi's stern face, intensifying his cold demeanor. His fingertips lightly touched the window frame, his eyes revealing complexity. His inner thoughts couldn't hide the concern and struggle within: "Xiu'er, where is your smile hidden? Who took it away, and who can bring it back?"
In his memory, Hua Xiu always had a smile on his face, a kind of pure innocence that seemed to sweep away all the worries of the world. He remembered the first time he came to her palace, she was focused on embroidering a lively spring scene. Her focused look made him have a lasting thought about someone for the first time.
"Look, this is the latest work of the concubine. What do you think?" Hua Xiu was full of expectation at the time, handing him the embroidered products. Yun Fuyi just smiled faintly, a kind of ambiguous expression that seemed to mock everything in the world, but had to admit that the embroidered products were indeed ingenious and pleasing to the eye.
He responded coldly, "It's still bearable. At least in this deep palace, it's considered a somewhat extraordinary scenery." Upon hearing this, Hua Xiu, though discouraged by his indifferent words, did not change her optimism and perseverance. Instead, she responded to his criticism with an even brighter smile.
However, as time passed, he noticed Hua Xiu's smile gradually fading, the same smile that had once softened his heart with its pure innocence, seemed to be slowly slipping away. Yun Fuyi couldn't help but feel a rare sense of worry. Was this change what he had hoped for? Was his coldness and distance somehow responsible for her transformation?
He recalled every conversation with Hua Xiu, the seemingly caring yet somewhat sharp words. Now he wonders, was he too indifferent? A rare sense of confusion flashed in his eyes, and the scroll in his hand wrinkled slightly from being held too tightly.
"Xiu'er, was it my fault?" he murmured to himself, his voice carrying an unprecedented tenderness and unease. This emotion, beneath his stern exterior, seemed out of place yet incredibly genuine.
In order to understand the changes in Hua Xiu's heart, Yun Fuyi decided to personally go and talk to her. He tidied himself up and walked steadily towards the Consort's Palace where Hua Xiu resided.
Upon entering Hua Xiu's palace, Yun Fuyi saw her sitting alone by the window, quietly reading a book. Hua Xiu's profile appeared particularly gentle in the sunlight, and her familiar yet unfamiliar figure stirred up an inexplicable emotion in his heart.
Hua Xiu felt someone coming in, looked up, and saw Yun Fuyi. Her heart tightened involuntarily, and she subconsciously wanted to close the book and stand up to greet him. However, Yun Fuyi waved his hand, indicating that she didn't need to be so formal.
He walked up to Hua Xiu and asked gently, " Xiu'er, you seem a little off lately. Is there something on your mind? Can you tell me about it?" His tone was full of concern and worry, and his eyes revealed a deep affection for Hua Xiu.
Hua Xiu felt a mix of emotions upon hearing Yun Fuyi's question. She lowered her head and softly said, "Your Majesty, I am fine, just feeling a bit weary lately, which may have made me appear more silent." Although her voice was gentle, it carried a hint of deliberate distance.
Yun Fuyi sensed the unusual tone in Hua Xiu's words, and his brows furrowed slightly. He gently took Hua Xiu's hand and said softly, " Xiu'er, if there's any trouble, you can tell me, there's no need to bear it alone." His voice was filled with infinite tenderness, as if he wanted to dispel all the shadows in Hua Xiu's heart.
Hua Xiu felt the warmth of Yun Fuyi's palm and complex emotions surged in her heart. She lifted her head to look into Yun Fuyi's caring eyes, and her doubts and struggles became particularly strong in that moment.
She softly said, "Your Majesty, I really am fine, just a little tired. Please don't worry too much, Your Majesty." Although she tried to sound calm, the hint of distance in her voice was unmistakable.
Yun Fuyi looked at Hua Xiu's appearance, feeling even more worried. Hua Xiu has always been cheerful and straightforward, never becoming so silent for no reason. There must be something troubling her, but she is unwilling to reveal it to him.
He sighed softly and said, " Xiu'er, I know you have something on your mind. If you don't want to talk about it now, I won't force you. But please know that no matter when, I will always be your strongest support. I am willing to share all your worries."
Hua Xiu heard Yun Fuyi's words and couldn't help feeling a surge of bitterness in her heart. She knew Yun Fuyi cared for her deeply, but she also understood that there were things she couldn't easily tell him. At least until everything became clear, she didn't want to involve him in this possibly risky situation.
She gently withdrew her hand, smiled faintly, but with a hint of helplessness and bitterness: "Thank you, Your Majesty, for your concern. I will rest well and not let Your Majesty worry."
Yun Fuyi looked at Hua Xiu's forced smile, feeling a sharp pain in his heart. He knew that no amount of words at this moment would make a difference, so he simply nodded gently and left the palace.
As Yun Fuyi's figure disappeared outside the door, Hua Xiu's smile gradually froze. She stood quietly by the window, gazing at the splendid imperial garden outside, her heart in turmoil.
She didn't know if she had made the right decision, or if this kind of distance could really protect Yun Fuyi. She only felt a deep sense of powerlessness and helplessness, as if she were in a huge maze and couldn't find a way out.
Flower Embroidery took a deep breath, trying to calm her emotions. Now was not the time to indulge in emotions; she needed to be stronger and braver to face whatever might happen.
She turned back to the desk and picked up the ancient book that recorded the past of the Lost Princess, deciding to study it carefully again in the hope of finding some clues to unravel the mystery of her own identity.
Meanwhile, in another place, Yun Fuyi returned alone to the study filled with the atmosphere of scholarly contemplation. His figure elongated in the candlelight, appearing particularly lonely. The heavy wooden door closed slowly, shutting out the outside clamor, leaving him alone with his inner struggle. He sat quietly at the massive desk, unconsciously clutching the jade pendant representing Hua Xiu, engraved with delicate patterns that seemed to carry the memories between him and Hua Xiu.
His brows occasionally showed furrows of deep thought, and his gaze was like a cold blade, revealing his determination. The corners of Yun Fuyi's mouth lifted slightly in a cold smile, a habitual curve mixed with subtle concern: "Xiu'er, why do you evade like this? What troubles you so?"
Hua Xiu's changes were not without reason. Her feigned strength always pained him when she passed by. He did not want to see her suffer alone because of hidden secrets, nor did he want to see her lose her former smile. Therefore, Yun Fuyi decided to personally uncover the truth behind it all, even if it meant facing a more complicated situation.
His fingers lightly traced the edge of the jade pendant, each touch feeling like a conversation with Hua Xiu. His voice was deep and resolute: "No matter what storms this secret holds, I, Yun Fuyi, will be your strong shield. Xiu'er, you are no longer alone."
As the night deepened, the flickering candlelight in the study illuminated Yun Fuyi's handsome and resolute face. In this moment, he was no longer the lofty Emperor Ming, but a man willing to brave any danger for the woman he loved.
What Hua Xiu doesn't know is that in the midst of this bustling embroidered splendor, she is not alone. There is a pair of steadfast hands, always ready to clear the fog ahead for her, never flinching even if there is an abyss ahead.
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